Theorising Architecture In Sub Saharan Africa

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3869220813

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Theorising Architecture in Sub-Saharan Africa by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

Considering the immense diversity of sub-Saharan Africa's architecture and built realities, does it make sense to speak of an African architecture? How does this differ from archi-tecture in Africa? What does the term architecture actually mean in the African context? And how could these questions be conceptualised while leaving behind pre-existing theoretical moulds and biases? Searching for new ways to theorise sub-Saharan African architecture, this collection of 49 essays broadens and develops the discourse around the architecture of a very rapidly changing continent. Its authors - practising archi--tects and renowned scholars - put forward an array of heterogeneous perspectives, question old tropes and emerg--ing narratives, and challenge popular concepts whilst pro-pos-ing new ones. All with the aim of critically examining and advancing theoretical reflection on African archi-tec-tures, both on the continent and globally.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Dom Pub
Page : 3200 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2020-06
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 3869224002

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Sub-Saharan Africa by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

An architectural guide to Sub-Saharan Africa.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Introduction to the history and theory of Sub-Saharan architecture by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge." --Publisher.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Dom Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Africa, Sub-Saharan
ISBN : 3869220872

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Southern Africa: Between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge."--Publisher

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3869220872

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SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA by Anonim Pdf

Author : Zoltán Somhegyi,Lisa Giombini
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 507 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-30
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781040017920

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The Routledge Companion to the Philosophy of Architectural Reconstruction by Zoltán Somhegyi,Lisa Giombini Pdf

This companion investigates the philosophical and theoretical foundations determining the conditions of possibility and the limits that make the conservation, readaptation, and transformation of past buildings legitimate operations. As increasing ecological and economic challenges question opportunities for new construction, the process of restoring, transforming, and readapting buildings for new or continued use is becoming an essential part of architectural practice. At the same time, the role of building conservation is changing from mere material preservation to being part of a broader strategy for social regeneration, eco-awareness, and inclusive urban planning. Chapters of this volume explore the complex set of considerations that inform decisions to merely preserve, accurately restore or variously reuse a building. They also look at the broader philosophical concerns such as ethical and aesthetic values, combined with ideas of heritage, history, and collective identity. Case studies on reconstruction after war, gentrification, the restoration of ancient edifices, reconstruction following the effects of climate change, and the use of technology solutions among many others, make this a timely and urgent volume. Adopting a broad transcultural perspective with contributions from five continents, the volume combines theoretical approaches with more practical, case study-based investigations and will be of great interest to upper-level students and academics working in the fields of architecture, conservation, urban design, aesthetics, and heritage management.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Central Africa : from the Atlantic Ocean to the Great Lakes by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge." --Publisher.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 3869220848

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Eastern Africa : from the Sahel to the Horn of Africa by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge."--Publisher

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Western Africa : along the Atlantic Ocean coast by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge." --Publisher.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Southern Africa : between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge." --Publisher.

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Eastern Africa : from the Great Lakes to the Indian Ocean by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge."--Publisher

Author : Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Architecture
ISBN : OCLC:1180226934

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Sub-Saharan Africa: Western Africa : from the Atlantic Ocean to the Sahel by Philipp Meuser,Adil Dalbai Pdf

"Despite the growing interest in Africa, the continent's built environment is still largely unfamiliar in many parts of the world. The seven volumes of the Sub-Saharan Africa Architectural Guide form the first comprehensive overview of architecture south of the Sahara that does justice to the region's wealth of buildings. In 49 chapters, each focusing on one country, richly illustrated texts by more than 350 authors from Africa and across the globe come together to produce a superlative work. On the basis of 850 selected buildings and over 200 thematic articles, the continent's building culture is elucidated and contextualised. The diverse contributions paint a multifaceted picture of Africa's architecture in the twenty-first century, a discipline shaped by traditional and colonial roots as well as today's global interconnections and challenges. An introductory volume on the history and theory of African architecture provides essential background knowledge." --Publisher.

Author : Epée Ellong,Diane Chehab
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781476673806

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The African Dwelling by Epée Ellong,Diane Chehab Pdf

Housing has changed in Sub-Saharan Africa since the Europeans arrived. Africans no longer live in traditional homes. This historical transition from "hut to house," from traditional to Western style, reflects slavery, colonialism and other social influences. This book focuses on Cameroon, known as "Africa in Miniature" because of its geographical and cultural representation of the continent at large. Architectural styles, materials and construction techniques are discussed within a larger context, examining how lifestyle changes and architectural trends influence each other. This work is a rich examination of the challenges and opportunities for a new generation of African architects to integrate the lessons of the past and create a future more responsive to the region's needs.

Author : Baerbel Mueller
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2017-04-10
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9783035608786

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[APPLIED] FOREIGN AFFAIRS by Baerbel Mueller Pdf

[a]FA is a laboratory of the Institute of Architecture of the University for Applied Arts in Vienna, in which spatial, infrastructure, ecological and cultural phenomena of the Sub-Saharan region are investigated. The concept for each project is based on an interdisciplinary and trans-cultural approach. This publication documents three projects that were carried out between 2011 and 2015. GUABULIGA _ WELL BY THE THORN TREE / ON OTHER PLANNING in northern Ghana, STAGING APAM / ON OTHER ARCHITECTURE at Ghana’s Atlantic coast, and LUBUNGAMODE / ON OTHER ARTISTIC RESEARCH in Kisangani, DR of Congo. The book illustrates the projects’ creative processes and contexts, embedded in contemporary discourses – well-known experts from architecture, art, theory, and urban sociology take a stand.

Author : Jay Waronker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0578851075

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Synagogues of Sub-Saharan Africa by Jay Waronker Pdf